Delhi's daily commute comes with a side of art
The Delhi Metro has turned its stations into a moving gallery, with large‑scale murals that turn the rush hour into a cultural pause.
Barakhamba Road features Laxman Singh Bisht’s vibrant depiction of Connaught Place and other iconic monuments, reflecting his belief that art should echo the city’s identity.
At Shree Ram Mandir, Mayur Vihar, a series of portrait windows captures the daily lives of Delhi’s women, using the familiar frame as a metaphor for their connection to the urban landscape.
Arjan Garh delights commuters with a striking blue peacock and a troupe of mischievous monkeys, injecting street‑art whimsy into the daily commute.
The Hauz Khas interchange juxtaposes a monochrome cityscape with bright, coloured phones, prompting reflection on our screen‑obsessed habits, while also displaying renderings of Humayun’s Tomb and Agrasen ki Baoli.
Kashmere Gate transports riders back to colonial‑era Delhi with a historic map and period street scenes, and Khan Market celebrates the city’s rich dance heritage through dynamic, colourful figures.
Collectively, these murals transform functional transit spaces into visual narratives that celebrate Delhi’s heritage, diversity and contemporary pulse.